Phyllanthus niruri, Chanca piedra leaf

Chanca Piedra is the Spanish name given to the herb Phyllanthus niruri that is native to the Amazonian region of South America. The term “Chanca Piedra” literally means “stone breaker”.

Phyllanthus niruri is traditionally used in Ayurveda as a diuretic (Mutrala) to help relieve mild urinary tract infections.

Technical insights:

Country of origin: India
Part used: Phyllanthus niruri leaves

Solvent for extraction: Methanol/water
Stored form: Light brown to dark brown powder

Non-GMO

Ingredient Benefits

Supports a healthy liver

Pyllanthus has shown an impressive result as an anti-inflammatory for the liver, as well as an antiviral to infections like Hepatitis B. With active liver disease of any kind, detoxification processes will be impaired, therefore Phyllanthus can be very synergistic to assist in supporting the liver from both an infection and detoxification perspective.

Effects on kidney stone formation

Chanca piedra has interesting data demonstrating potential for renal calculi (kidney stones) size reduction. Chanca piedra interferes with the stone formation, can modify the structure and can reduce the urinary crystallization process.

Promotes healthy gallbladder and bile flow

Chanca piedra has also been used for gallstones and one study showed that chanca piedra influences gallbladder processes. Gallstones can form when bile becomes so concentrated, they form stones inside the gallbladder. Chanca can increase bile flow to reduce stagnation in the organ.